Whelping Services

At Feu de l’Âme Beaucerons, we offer limited whelping and puppy raising services focused on providing experienced, hands-on care for both the dam and her litter during the most critical stages of development.

We specialize in large breed and working litters, particularly:

  • Beauceron

  • German Shepherd

Because every litter receives individualized attention and around-the-clock care, we only accept one litter at a time and only raise one litter at a time.

If you believe you may need whelping services, we strongly recommend reaching out well before your female’s due date, as availability is extremely limited.

Our Approach

We believe the earliest weeks of life play a major role in shaping healthy, stable, and resilient puppies. Every litter is raised in a clean, structured environment with careful monitoring, early socialization, and individualized care.

Our focus is not simply keeping puppies alive, but helping them thrive.

We utilize a variety of early developmental and socialization programs tailored to working and large breed puppies, including:

  • Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) performed during days 3–16

  • Puppy Culture principles and structured puppy development

  • Early exposure to different textures, sounds, surfaces, and environments

  • Confidence-building and desensitization exercises

  • Age-appropriate problem solving and enrichment activities

Because puppies are raised on a working farm environment, they are naturally exposed to a wide variety of everyday sights, sounds, and experiences, including:

  • Large farm equipment

  • Four wheelers and utility vehicles

  • Livestock and other animals

  • Household activity and normal environmental noise

As puppies mature and become more mobile, socialization and environmental exposure are gradually expanded to help encourage stable temperaments, adaptability, and confidence.

Whelping & Delivery Services

Close monitoring throughout labor and delivery with hands-on assistance when needed. Females are cared for in a clean, quiet, and temperature-controlled environment designed to reduce stress and support safe whelping.

This includes:

  • Whelping supervision

  • Labor monitoring

  • Basic delivery assistance

  • Immediate neonatal assessment

  • Supplemental feeding support when necessary

24/7 Neonatal Care

The first days of life are critical, especially for large breed and working litters. Puppies and dam are monitored around the clock to ensure proper nursing, healthy development, and early identification of potential concerns.

This includes:

  • Daily weight tracking

  • Nursing and hydration monitoring

  • Cleanliness and sanitation management

  • Early developmental monitoring

  • Intensive observation during the neonatal period

Early Development & Socialization

We utilize structured developmental programs and carefully planned exposure to help build confident, resilient, and environmentally stable puppies.

This includes:

  • Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) during days 3–16

  • Puppy Culture principles

  • Confidence-building exercises

  • Exposure to various surfaces, sounds, and textures

  • Age-appropriate enrichment and problem solving

  • Controlled desensitization exposure

Owner Communication & Updates

Owners receive regular communication throughout the litter’s stay so they can stay informed and connected during the process.

This includes:

  • Photo and video updates

  • Developmental progress reports

  • Weight and milestone tracking

  • Discussion of any concerns or special care needs

Our Services

  • Natural: $1,000

    Planned C-Section: $1,500

    Includes:

    • Up to 1 week of boarding prior to whelping for the dam to settle into her environment

    • Whelping supervision and assistance

    • Monitoring during labor and delivery

    • Immediate postpartum monitoring for the first 24 hours

    • Basic neonatal assessment and weight checks

    Please note:

    • All veterinary expenses incurred during the whelping process are the responsibility of the owner

    • Emergency veterinary care, medications, diagnostics, and emergency fees are not included in the service price

  • Weeks 1–2: $750 per week

    During the first two weeks of life, puppies are monitored 24/7 to ensure proper nursing, growth, and development.

    This stage includes:

    • Round-the-clock monitoring

    • Daily weight tracking

    • ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) performed during days 3–16

    • Supplemental feeding support if needed

    • Cleanliness and sanitation management

    • Early developmental monitoring

    Owners receive regular updates, photos, and videos throughout the litter’s stay.

  • Weeks 3–8: $500 per week (Includes up to 6 puppies)

    +$50 per week per additional puppy

    As puppies mature and become more mobile, focus shifts toward structured socialization, environmental exposure, and confidence building.

    This stage includes:

    • Puppy Culture principles

    • Exposure to different surfaces, sounds, and environments

    • Confidence-building exercises

    • Controlled desensitization exposure

    • Exposure to farm equipment, four wheelers, livestock, and everyday environmental activity

    • Age-appropriate enrichment and handling

    If ear cropping is required, additional fees apply for crop care.

Let’s Work Together

If you're interested in working with us, complete the form with a few details about your upcoming litter. We'll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.